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Purified Maleic Anhydride Pellets from Japan

High-purity maleic anhydride pellets (>99.5%) for pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis, classified in HTS 2917.14.5000 as 'other' acyclic polycarboxylic anhydride. Meets Chapter 29 criteria for chemically defined compounds without excluded additives.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include GC/MS analysis confirming <50 ppm impurities to maintain pure compound status

• For pharma use, prepare DMF/CEP documentation though tariff classification remains chemical heading

• Watch for anti-dumping duties from specific origins; check Commerce Department updates